Mrs. Washington's usual body weight is approximately 165 lb. Calculate and interpret her BMI and %UBW
What will be an ideal response?
• BMI = 165/622 x 703 = 30.2
• This is classified as Grade 1 obesity.
• Based upon her current body weight, her BMI is 33.9
• Generally, a healthy weight for most elderly falls between a BMI of 24 and 29
• A BMI greater than 29 can be associated with increased health problems.
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